$15 - $20 / night

Established Camping

Santiam State Forest Rock Creek Campsites

Santiam State Forest Rock Creek Campsites, near Gates, Oregon, is surrounded by forested terrain with a mix of trees and undergrowth. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 80°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Opal Creek Wilderness and Detroit Lake, offering opportunities for hiking and water activities.

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Location

Santiam State Forest Rock Creek Campsites is located in Oregon

Directions

From Salem take Highway 22 east 28 miles until you reach Mill City. Turn right onto 1st Street and take a left, right, and a slight left after crossing the Santiam River, staying on 1st Street. Turn left again on Kingwood and follow it for approximately 3 miles and turn right onto Rock Creek Rd. Continue straight ahead as the main road turns left. Then take the next right. Drive 1 mile to Rock Creek Campsites.

Coordinates

44.72182447 N
122.44295181 W

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Detours Nearby

Old Elkhorn Golf Course

27 min away

Camp Dakota

1 hr 28 min away

Drive Time

54 min from Salem
1 hr 3 min from Albany
1 hr 20 min from Corvallis
1 hr 43 min from Eugene

Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Connectivity

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No Coverage
VerizonLTE
Some Coverage
AT&TLTE
Some Coverage

Site Types

Tent Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

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Marie C.

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Reviewed Sep. 3, 2022

Nice place

Nice place to camp right by the creek the walk-up sites are $15 a night and the drive-up sites are $20 a night I personally have only camped at the drive-up sites and it's super pretty and peaceful there is 3 garbage cans and a porta potty.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to camp at Santiam State Forest Rock Creek Campsites?

Camping at Santiam State Forest Rock Creek Campsites can cost between $15.00 and $20.00 depending on the site.

What is the elevation of Santiam State Forest Rock Creek Campsites?

Santiam State Forest Rock Creek Campsites is located at 1232 feet.

Are fires allowed at Santiam State Forest Rock Creek Campsites?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Santiam State Forest Rock Creek Campsites, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Santiam State Forest Rock Creek Campsites have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Santiam State Forest Rock Creek Campsites does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Santiam State Forest Rock Creek Campsites?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is some coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.

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